Demand Planner - 9 Months

Work closely with multiple departments, including Sales, Marketing, Documentation, and Supply Chain, ensuring that demand planning across Malaysia, Brunei, and Thailand is consistently updated and aligned with business targets. You will be part of a supportive network where your analytical skills and expertise in Excel spreadsheets will be highly valued. The company is renowned for its inclusive culture, flexible working opportunities, and commitment to professional development.

What you'll do:

As a Demand Planner based in Singapore on a 9-month contract, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless coordination between various departments to deliver accurate weekly demand plans for Malaysia, Brunei, and Thailand. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve generating forecasts in partnership with country managers, optimising supply chain efficiency through close collaboration with sales teams, monitoring shipment flows from factories to warehouses, and analysing supply chain systems for potential improvements. Success in this role requires you to maintain strong relationships with both internal stakeholders, such as Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Finance, and external partners like distributors and logistic providers. You will also be expected to support cross-functional initiatives that enhance demand planning processes while contributing positively to the overall business targets. Your ability to communicate effectively across teams and adapt quickly to changing priorities will be key to thriving in this dynamic environment.

• Collaborate with country managers to generate weekly demand plans that align with warehouse coverage targets and sales forecasts while considering varying lead times from international plants.
• Work closely with the Supply Planning team to assess changes in forecasts and their impact on planned production both within and outside frozen lead-time windows.
• Manage forecast accuracy in designated markets by partnering with sales teams and leading process guidelines to optimise supply chain efficiency.
• Ensure supply chain planning meets annual, monthly, and weekly demand requirements by coordinating timely shipping schedules and facilitating re-allocations as needed.
• Monitor incoming shipments from factories to local markets, ensuring warehouse replenishment aligns with monthly targets and business objectives.
• Analyse existing supply chain systems—including IT and logistics—to identify areas for improvement and implement enhancements that support operational excellence.
• Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders such as Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Finance, M.I.S., Logistics departments as well as external partners including factories, distributors, shipping companies, logistic providers, and repacking companies.
• Support the implementation of supply chain strategies that foster collaboration between departments and drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes.
• Provide relevant support to committees or cross-functional teams when required to ensure alignment of demand planning activities with broader organisational goals.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Demand Planner role will bring proven experience in demand planning or similar positions. Your background should include hands-on expertise in managing complex data using Excel spreadsheets as well as a solid understanding of long lead time supply chains. You will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities that enable you to interpret market dynamics accurately while optimising operational efficiency. In addition to technical skills such as shipping knowledge and system analysis, your interpersonal abilities will allow you to build dependable relationships across internal teams, Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, and external partners like distributors or logistic providers. Your commitment to collaborative problem-solving ensures you can support cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing demand planning processes. A bachelor’s degree is required along with at least one year of relevant experience; however, your willingness to learn new approaches through available training opportunities will further distinguish you as an asset in this role.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification is required for this position.
• At least one year of experience in demand planning or related roles within the FMCG sector is essential.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets is necessary for managing complex data sets and generating accurate forecasts.
• Strong analytical skills are vital for interpreting market trends and optimising supply chain operations.
• Experience working with long lead time supply chains is highly desirable for understanding production timelines across global plants.
• Knowledge of shipping processes is important for monitoring incoming shipments and ensuring timely warehouse replenishment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for collaborating effectively across multiple departments and external partners.
• Ability to analyse IT and logistics systems critically to identify areas for improvement within supply chain operations.
• Commitment to supporting collaborative initiatives that drive continuous improvement in demand planning activities.

What sets this company apart:

This global FMCG organisation stands out for its dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member’s contributions are valued. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate personal needs while supporting professional growth through comprehensive training programmes. The company’s knowledgeable leadership provides guidance rooted in years of industry experience—ensuring you have access to mentorship as you develop your skills further. Generous pension contributions reflect their commitment to employee wellbeing beyond daily responsibilities. With a focus on collaboration across departments and regions, the organisation creates an environment where sharing ideas leads to innovative solutions that drive business success. By joining this team as a Demand Planner on a 9-month contract in Singapore, you become part of a network that prioritises dependability, inclusivity, and ongoing development—making it an exceptional place for those seeking both career advancement and personal fulfilment.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey within the FMCG sector by joining a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in demand planning—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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